Stack's Bowers Galleries

February 2022 World CCO Auction  –  22 - 24 February 2022

Stack's Bowers Galleries, February 2022 World CCO Auction

Ancient and World Coins

Part 1: Tu, 22.02.2022, from 6:00 PM CET
Part 2: We, 23.02.2022, from 6:00 PM CET
Part 3: Th, 24.02.2022, from 6:00 PM CET
The auction is closed.

Description

BASIL II with CONSTANTINE VIII, 976-1025. AV Histamenon Nomisma (4.37 gms), Constantinople Mint. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Ex-Mount, Wrinkled.

S-1795. Obverse: Facing bust of Christ Pantokrator; Reverse: Crowned facing busts of Basil, wearing loros, and Constantine, draped, holding between them a patriarchal cross. Though struck on a wavy flan that has evidence of being removed from a mount, this charming Byzantine gold issue engages the senses with a vibrant sunny color and a strong and beautiful strike that renders the details with exceptional strength and clarity. 

Estimate: $300.00 - $500.00

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Price realized 1'600 USD
Starting price 180 USD
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